News from across the CollegeContensis: http://www.contentmanagement.co.ukhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/socsci/news.aspx?SyndicationType=22015-03-03T19:49:32ZA new £10 million home for Business postgraduatesPaul CarpenterTailor-made facilities for Business School MSc and MBA students.2015-03-02T13:23:00Z2015-03-02T10:43:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2015/february/pg-centre.aspxUniversity Challenge and a lesson on quotas for British businessPaul CarpenterExamining equality in the Boardroom.2015-02-27T04:21:00Z2015-02-27T01:14:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2015/february/university-challenge.aspxPutting on a ShowzeePaul CarpenterMeet the Business School alumnus who is helping people showcase their talents online.2015-02-27T00:29:00Z2015-02-27T00:23:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2015/february/putting-on-a-showzee.aspxFinding your placePaul CarpenterThe Professional Development module that's giving students their first taste of business.2015-02-27T00:00:00Z2015-02-26T23:47:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2015/february/finding-your-place.aspxAlumni perspectivesPaul CarpenterBusiness School alumna Kate Jones on Women in Leadership.2015-02-26T23:11:00Z2015-02-26T22:53:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2015/february/alumni-perspectives.aspxThe car industry is going to be unrecognisable!Paul CarpenterMike Wright, Executive Director of Jaguar Land Rover, told an audience of students, academics and businesses that the car industry is changing more fundamentally now than at any time since the early days of its inception.2015-02-25T10:55:00Z2015-02-25T10:42:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2015/february/mike-wright.aspxUniversity helps two enterprising Business School students launch their own record labelPaul CarpenterThe University of Birmingham is funding the launch of a student-run record label, directed and managed by Laura Hand and Anna Blesing, both final year Business Management students.2015-02-19T22:59:00Z2015-02-23T11:40:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2015/february/new-street-records.aspxFormer Vice President of Chartering and Commercial Operations for BP visits Birmingham Business SchoolKabir GangulyKate Ellis, former Vice President of Chartering and Commercial Operations for BP, visited Birmingham Business School this week to share her views on leadership as part of the School's Distinguished Leader Series.2014-12-04T12:58:00Z2014-12-04T12:43:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/november/graduate-kate-ellis-returns.aspxStudent profile: Viliana Dzhartova, BSc International Business with FrenchDavid MorrisViliana graduated with BSc International Business with French in 2013 and is now an Associate for Ashoka; the largest network of social entrepreneurs worldwide.2014-07-14T15:16:00Z2014-07-14T14:39:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/alumni/alumni-profiles/ug/viliana-dzhartova.aspxEntrepreneurship and Innovation 'Secrets to Success' event with founder of MoonpigKabir GangulyBirmingham alumnus and founder of Moonpig visits the Business School for Entrepreneurship and Innovation 'Secrets to Success' event.2014-07-08T09:30:00Z2014-07-15T11:30:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/july/entrepreneurship-and-innovation-secrets-to-success-event-with-founder-of-moonpig.aspx2013/14 Distinguished Leaders Series of speakers offer their career adviceDavid MorrisOur 2013/14 Distinguished Leaders offer a range of career advice, including advice for MBA students looking to pursue roles within senior leadership positions as well as CV advice suitable for all.2014-06-16T10:16:00Z2014-06-16T10:00:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/alumni/events/distinguished-leaders-series.aspxCharlotte Conlan speaks at the 2013/14 Distinguished Leaders SeriesDavid MorrisVisit the University of Birmingham YouTube channel to hear Charlotte Conlan, Head of Loan Syndications for EMEA, BNP Paribas talk about participating in the 2013/14 Distinguished Leaders Series.2014-06-12T10:44:00Z2014-06-12T10:35:00Zhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzewv6q1plYThe Business of Heritage - Stonehenge and its RedevelopmentJonathan LaidlowProfessor Mike Robinson will lead a one day course on 26 June 2014 for English Heritage. The course is aimed at teachers of GCE and GCSE Business, Leisure and Tourism, Travel and Tourism and Applied Business and forms part of the OCR Professional Development Programme.2014-06-05T20:20:00Z2014-06-05T20:19:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/ironbridge/news/2014/business-heritage-stonehenge.aspxBirmingham Business School climbs rankings within The Complete University Guide 2015David MorrisBirmingham Business School shows improved rankings within The Complete University Guide 2015.2014-05-29T09:00:00Z2014-05-27T16:18:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/may/complete-university-guide-2015.aspxBirmingham Business School joins the elite of global business schoolsDavid MorrisBirmingham Business School has been awarded accreditation by the AACSB, confirming its place in the top elite of global business schools and securing the gold standard of 'triple-crown' accreditation.2014-05-16T09:57:00Z2014-05-16T13:33:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/may/birmingham-business-school-joins-the-elite-of-global-business-schools.aspxVideo: Find out all about our Financial Management MScDavid MorrisWatch Professor Ranko Jelic discuss the new Financial Management MSc at Birmingham Business School, introduced in March 2014.2014-05-01T12:46:00Z2014-05-01T11:32:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/postgraduate/courses/taught/business/financial-management.aspxStudent profile: Khilna Morjaria, MBA International BusinessDavid MorrisKhilna Morjaria studied the International Business MBA programme at Birmingham Business School and found studying the perfect fit for her career.2014-04-24T15:02:00Z2014-04-24T14:24:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/alumni/alumni-profiles/mba/khilna-morjaria.aspxAlumni come together for 2014 London Professional Network eventDavid MorrisBusiness School students and alumni attended the 2014 London Professional Network event, which featured a talk by Business School Dean, Professor Simon Collinson.2014-04-04T10:00:00Z2014-04-04T12:11:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/april/alumni-come-together-for-2014-london-professional-network-event.aspxStudying in Singapore with Birmingham Business SchoolDavid MorrisFind out about the undergraduate and postgraduate programmes available for study in Singapore in conjunction with the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM).2014-04-01T09:55:00Z2014-03-31T12:28:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/courses/study-in-singapore.aspxBusiness School Doctoral Scholarships available for 2014/15David MorrisBirmingham Business School is pleased to announce a number of PhD scholarships for the 2014/2015 academic year in the areas of Accounting and Finance, Economics, Management and Marketing.2014-03-28T10:57:00Z2014-03-28T10:53:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/research/doctoral-research/research-scholarships.aspxVideo: Alumni profile of Alastair Thornton, Marketing Director at Thomson LocalDavid MorrisWatch Alastair Thornton discuss his experience studying an MBA at Birmingham Business School and his current position as Marketing Director at Thomson Local.2014-03-02T10:00:00Z2014-02-28T16:24:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/alumni/alumni-profiles/mba/alastair-thornton-mba.aspxPenultimate 2013/14 Distinguished Leaders Series; Dr Keith Palmer OBEDavid MorrisDr Keith Palmer OBE, Chairman of AgDevCo. continues the 2013/14 Distinguished leaders Series.2014-02-18T10:54:00Z2014-02-18T14:19:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2014/february/distinguished-leaders-series-keith-palmer.aspxDistinguished Leaders Series continues into 2014 with the Head of Investments for Business Growth FundDavid MorrisThe 2013/14 Distinguished leaders Series continued in January with Richard Bishop, Head of Investments for the Business Growth Fund (BGF).2014-02-07T09:47:00Z2014-02-07T09:34:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2014/february/distinguished-leaders-series-continues.aspxNew Birmingham MBA brochure launchesDavid MorrisThe new Birmingham MBA brochure is now available to view online.2014-01-23T12:14:00Z2014-01-23T12:36:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2014/january/new-birmingham-mba-brochure-launches.aspx"Fiscal Responsibility in the UK" and "MBA Distinguished Leaders Series" lectures next WednesdayDavid MorrisTwo guest lectures; "Fiscal Responsibility in the UK" and the next in our "MBA Distinguished Leaders Series", will be taking place at Birmingham Business School next week.2014-01-17T11:14:00Z2014-01-17T11:13:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/january/lectures-next-wednesday.aspxDistinguished Leaders Series continues with Group HR Director of AmeyDavid MorrisUniversity of Birmingham alumna Valerie Hughes D'Aeth recently returned to Birmingham Business School as part of the 2013/14 Distinguished Leaders Series.2013-11-15T14:11:00Z2014-02-18T10:15:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2013/november/distinguished-leaders-series-continues-with-group-hr-director-of-amey.aspxMSc & MBA programme drop-in sessions at upcoming Postgraduate open dayDavid MorrisBirmingham Business School will be holding a drop-in session for taught MSc & MBA programmes this month as part of the Postgraduate Open Day.2013-11-01T10:00:00Z2013-10-31T09:37:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/november/msc-mba-programme-drop-in-sessions-at-upcoming-postgraduate-open-day.aspxFormer Executive Director of Tesco Plc and current Chairman of Poundland kicks off Distinguished Leaders Series 2013/14David MorrisThe 2013/14 run of the Distinguished Leaders Series began on 23rd October with Andrew Higginson, Chairman of Poundland, visiting Birmingham Business School.2013-10-31T10:16:00Z2013-10-31T10:54:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2013/october/former-executive-director-of-tesco-plc-and-current-chairman-of-poundland-kicks-off-distinguished-leaders-series-2013-14.aspxVideo: Alumni profile of Louise Branes, founder of Diagnosis RetailDavid MorrisWatch Louise Barnes discuss her career since graduating with a BCom with French in 1986, going on to become a CEO of retail chain FatFace and founding business growth expertise company; Diagnosis Retail.2013-10-17T16:31:00Z2014-02-27T10:20:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/socsci/news.aspx?SyndicationType=2Birmingham Business School launches on FacebookDavid MorrisBirmingham Business School recently launched the official Business School Facebook page to sit alongside the @UoB_Business Twitter profile to increase its social media presence.2013-09-16T14:03:00Z2013-09-16T10:15:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/september/birmingham-business-school-launches-on-facebook.aspxStudent Profile: James Schirn, MSc graduate | Royal Society of Chemistry, UKDavid MorrisJames Schirn graduated with an MSC in Corporate Governance and Corporate Responsibility and is currently employed as Head of Governance and Legal at the Royal Society of Chemistry.2013-09-13T14:44:00Z2013-09-13T14:20:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/socsci/news.aspx?SyndicationType=2Fundamentals of leadershipDavid MorrisBirmingham Business School Advisory Board members discuss leadership, the subject of which is covered by students studying a course from the suite of BSc Business Management programmes.2013-08-30T10:05:00Z2013-08-29T16:49:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2013/august/fundamentals-of-leadership.aspxBBS Alumni announce dates and speakers for the return of the Distinguished Leaders SeriesDavid MorrisThe Birmingham Business School (BBS) Alumni Relations team are pleased to announce the return of the Distinguished Leaders Series in 2013/14 with confirmation of dates and speakers.2013-08-05T12:06:00Z2013-08-05T14:28:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2013/august/bbs-alumni-announce-dates-and-speakers-for-the-return-of-the-distinguished-leaders-series.aspxSingapore Global MBA Ambassador added to Alumni mapDavid MorrisThe latest Alumni Ambassador has been added to the Birmingham Business School's International Collaboration and Alumni maps. Rashid Mohiuddin completed the Birmingham Business School Global MBA in Singapore and is now a part of the Alumni Ambassador program.2013-07-26T09:12:00Z2013-07-30T13:47:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2013/july/singapore-global-mba-ambassador-added-to-alumni-map.aspxVideo: Birmingham Business School Graduations July 2013David MorrisThe 2013 graduates from Birmingham Business School offer their thoughts and advice about their time studying at the University and being a student in the city of Birmingham.2013-07-19T11:04:00Z2013-07-19T10:47:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/july/video-birmingham-business-school-graduations-july-2013.aspxFirst overseas Distinguished Leaders lecture takes place in SingaporeDavid MorrisOn Thursday 4th July, Birmingham Business School in association with Singapore Institute of Management (SIM) hosted the first overseas Distinguished Leaders lecture.2013-07-15T11:07:00Z2013-07-15T11:37:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/july/first-overseas-distinguished-leaders-lecture-takes-place-in-singapore.aspxBusiness School Advisory Board member is awarded Honorary DoctorateDavid MorrisBirmingham Business School students had the honour of sharing their degree ceremony with Business School Advisory Board member Anji Hunter, who graciously accepted her Honorary Doctorate from the University on the 3rd July.2013-07-11T16:06:00Z2013-07-11T15:59:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/july/advisory-board-member-is-awarded-honorary-doctorate.aspxStudent Profile: Ola Dantis, MSc Strategic Marketing and ConsultingDavid MorrisOla Dantis graduated with an MSc in Strategic Marketing and Consulting in 2010 and was a recipient of the Simon Evans Scholarship. Ola is the Managing Partner of Cornerstone Associates in Nigeria.2013-07-01T16:54:00Z2013-07-01T15:56:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/socsci/news.aspx?SyndicationType=2MBA Enterprise and Innovation ScholarshipsDavid MorrisDue to popular demand, the MBA Enterprise and Innovation Scholarships are being re-opened to UK and EU students applying for our 12 month full-time MBA programmes.2013-06-24T09:39:00Z2013-06-24T09:31:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2013/june/mba-enterprise-and-innovation-scholarships.aspxUniversity of Birmingham Community Day this SundayDavid MorrisOn Sunday 9 June 2013, the University of Birmingham is holding a Community Day at our Edgbaston campus, giving you the chance to explore our beautiful, historic campus and enjoy events and activities throughout the day.2013-06-07T10:17:00Z2013-06-07T09:53:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/june/university-of-birmingham-community-day-this-sunday.aspxDistinguished Leader Series comes to SingaporeDavid MorrisFollowing the success of the Birmingham Business School Distinguished Leaders series we are pleased to announce a complementary lecture series in Singapore in partnership with the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM).2013-06-05T09:58:00Z2013-06-05T09:46:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2013/june/distinguished-leader-series-comes-to-singapore.aspxStudent Profile: Victoria Connelly, Supplier Sourcing Manager, GoogleDavid MorrisVictoria graduated from the Strategy and Procurement Management MBA programme and since graduating has been working in the Procurement department as a Supplier Sourcing Manager for Google.2013-06-03T10:39:00Z2013-06-03T10:35:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/alumni/alumni-profiles/mba/victoria-connelly.aspxUniversity of Birmingham Ranked 10th for Producing the Richest GraduatesDavid MorrisThe University of Birmingham has been ranked 10th in a rich list for producing the richest graduates and ranked number one for the most self-made millionaires.2013-05-09T09:54:00Z2013-05-09T10:43:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/may/university-of-birmingham-ranked-10th-for-producing-the-richest-graduates.aspxUpcoming Events at Birmingham Business SchoolDavid MorrisOver the coming two weeks there are many events talking place at Birmingham Business School covering diverse topics such as 'The Financial Wellbeing of the Birmingham Community' and 'Doing Business in India'.2013-04-19T11:00:00Z2013-04-19T11:20:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/april/upcoming-events-at-birmingham-business-school.aspxBirmingham Business School AlumniDavid MorrisBirmingham Business School has its own dedicated Alumni team who create many opportunities for you to stay involved with the School and offers many benefits and services to help assist you with life after University.2013-04-18T10:41:00Z2013-04-18T11:31:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/april/birmingham-business-school-alumni.aspxStudent Profile: Joseph Morris, Money, Banking and FinanceDavid MorrisJoseph Morris graduated with BSc Hons in Money, Banking and Finance from the University of Birmingham. Joseph is currently working as the Chief Operating Officer for The Grad Diary in London. Find out about his time at Birmingham Business School.2013-04-15T12:09:00Z2013-04-15T11:55:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/alumni/alumni-profiles/ug/joseph-morris.aspxStudent Profile: Will Phelan, Business ManagementDavid MorrisWill Phelan graduated with BSc Hons in Business Management from the University of Birmingham in 2012. He is now working on the Barclays Future Leaders Programme. Find out about his time at Birmingham Business School.2013-04-10T11:23:00Z2013-04-10T11:31:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/alumni/alumni-profiles/ug/will-phelan.aspxDistinguished Leaders Series Highlights 2012-13David MorrisThe Distinguished Leaders Series of guest speakers at Birmingham Business School featured a number of high profile leaders from a range of industries across the world, reflecting on their personal journeys and discussing the qualities of a great leader.2013-04-04T11:15:00Z2013-04-05T11:12:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/april/distinguished-leaders-series-highlights-2012-13.aspxBusiness School Alumna Who Turns Iconic Venues into Phenomenal Catwalks Launches Internship ProgrammeDavid MorrisAfter being the first to host a catwalk show on top of London's Tower Bridge and gaining a reputation as one of the most unique fashion show organisers in the world, Birmingham Business School Alumna Jessica Minh Anh has now started her own internship programme.2013-03-11T15:01:00Z2013-03-11T14:48:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2013/march/business-school-alumna-who-turns-iconic-venues-into-phenomenal-catwalks-launches-internship-programme.aspxChief Executive of Balfour Beatty Gives Distinguished Leaders Guest LectureDavid MorrisOn Wednesday 20th February 2013, Chief Executive of Balfour Beatty and University of Birmingham alumnus Ian Tyler delivered a guest lecture as part of our Distinguished Leaders Series of guest speakers.2013-03-05T20:18:00Z2013-03-05T11:38:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2013/march/chief-executive-of-balfour-beatty-gives-distinguished-leaders-guest-lecture.aspxPartnership for the Planet: Legal Wisdom and Business Innovation Guest Speaker EventDavid MorrisCan the corporate world stop inflicting severe environmental damage without legislation? Will the majority of businesses be inspired by examples of best practice? These are just two of the questions which will be tackled at an upcoming event at Birmingham Business School2013-03-01T10:46:00Z2013-03-01T11:02:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2013/march/partnership-for-the-planet-legal-wisdom-and-business-innovation-guest-speaker-event.aspxStudents Question Managing Director at Barclays in Latest Distinguished Leader SeriesDavid MorrisDouglas Johnson-Poensgen, the Managing Director of Barclays to You, visited Birmingham Business School as part of the Distinguished Leaders Series.2013-02-07T16:53:00Z2013-02-07T16:07:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2013/february/students-question-managing-director-at-barclays-in-latest-distinguished-leader-series.aspxAs Christmas 'clicks-in' on-line, is any festive cheer left for the High Street?David MorrisProfessor Isabelle Szmigin discusses the threat to the High Street from the growth of online shopping.2012-12-17T13:51:00Z2013-01-16T15:31:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2012/december/as-christmas-clicks-in-on-line-is-any-festive-cheer-left.aspxUK universities embrace the free, open, online future of higher educationNathan JohnsonStudents from the UK and around the world will have free access to some of the country's top universities thanks to FutureLearn Ltd, an entirely new company being launched by The Open University (OU). The universities of Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, East Anglia, Exeter, King's College London, Lancaster, Leeds, Southampton, St Andrews and Warwick have all signed up to join FutureLearn.2012-12-14T15:21:00Z2012-12-14T15:16:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/december/free-open-online-future-of-higher-education.aspxGuest Lecture from Nobel Prize Winner AnnouncedKabir GangulyRecent Nobel Prize Winner, Professor Al Roth provides an open, guest lecture for the University of Birmingham's College of Social Sciences on Monday 4th February 2013.2012-12-13T11:59:00Z2012-12-13T11:39:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/december/guest-lecture-from-nobel-prize-winner-announced.aspxFinancial Times European 2012 RankingsKabir GangulyInformation on Financial Times European 2012 Rankings2012-12-03T21:14:00Z2012-12-03T18:18:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/december/ft-european-2012-rankings.aspxVP Marketing of Starbucks visitsDavid MorrisIan Cranna, the Vice President of Marketing of Starbucks, visited Birmingham Business School and we caught up with him to ask what he thought the School would gain from his visit.2012-12-03T13:53:00Z2013-03-15T14:01:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2012/november/vp-marketing-of-starbucks-visits.aspxSIM Graduation and Presentation 2012David MorrisNovember saw a number of senior academic faculty from University of Birmingham, and its Business School, fly out to Singapore to attend the graduation ceremonies of those students who studied Birmingham Business School's programmes at the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM).2012-11-28T11:28:00Z2012-11-29T11:09:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/november/sim-graduation-and-presentation-2012.aspxSarah Cox - Distinguished Leaders SeriesDavid MorrisThe University of Birmingham welcomed alumnus Sarah Cox to the Business School as part of the Distinguished Leaders Series of guest speakers. Sarah's most recent role was as Head of Business Planning for the London 2012 Olympic Organising Committee.2012-11-23T13:21:00Z2012-11-23T13:55:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/november/sarah-cox-distinguished-leaders-series.aspxMurdoch marries BlairKabir GangulyThe 2012 Birmingham Business School Annual Advisory Board Lecture was given by board member Anji Hunter, former gate-keeper to Tony Blair, and her husband, Sky News Political Editor Adam Boulton. Their talk, "Murdoch marries Blair", has sparked wide debate on how Politics, Business and the Media should learn to understand each other better. Hazel Westwood reports.2012-11-16T09:29:00Z2012-11-16T09:21:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/november/murdoch-marries-blair.aspxMatthew Key (CEO of Telefonica Digital): The digital economy – how it can transform societyDavid MorrisMatthew Key, Chairman and CEO of Telefonica Digital, returned to Birmingham Business School on 8 November 2012 to discuss "The digital economy – how it can transform society".2012-11-09T14:20:00Z2012-12-04T10:23:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/november/matthew-key-the-digital-economy-how-it-can-transform-society.aspxThe Business of Sport with David GillAmy CoryBirmingham Business School alumni David Gill (BCom Industrial, Economic and Business Studies, 1978) was recently appointed Vice-Chairman of the Football Association.2012-11-05T11:03:00Z2012-11-05T10:57:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/10/The-Business-of-Sport-with-David-Gill.aspxReturning Alumni to Birmingham Business School This WeekDavid MorrisBirmingham Business School will see two alumni return to campus this week with the next in the Distinguished Leaders Series, Valarie Hughes D'Aeth, Group HR Director of Amey speaking on Wednesday and Matthew Key, CEO of O2 talking about the digital economy on Thursday.2012-11-05T10:43:00Z2012-11-05T11:25:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/november/returning-alumni-to-birmingham-business-school-this-week.aspxMike Coupe - Distinguished Leaders SeriesDavid MorrisGroup Commercial Director, Sainsbury's - Mike Coupe arrived at Birmingham Business School to meet students as part of the Distinguished Leaders Series2012-10-26T16:28:00Z2012-10-29T14:40:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/october/mike-coupe-distinguished-leaders-series.aspxThe Business of Sport with David GillKabir GangulyBusiness School alumnus David Gill has been appointed Vice Chairman of the Football Association.2012-10-26T16:18:00Z2012-10-29T16:24:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2012/october/david-gill.aspxNick Humby - Distinguished Leaders SeriesKabir GangulyNick Humby, Finance Director of the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) speaking on "The Business of Entertainment"2012-10-22T17:08:00Z2012-10-22T17:10:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/october/nick-humby-distinguished-leaders-series.aspxThe Economist's 2012 Which MBA? Global RankingsKabir GangulyWe have achieved enviable ranking positions in comparison to competitor Business Schools within the UK and Europe, having achieved ranking places of 12th in the UK and 19th in Europe.2012-10-12T15:26:00Z2012-10-12T14:51:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/october/the-economists-2012-which-mba-global-rankings.aspxGeorge Day - Guest LectureKabir GangulyThe Department of Marketing were delighted to welcome highly acclaimed academic Professor George Day to Birmingham Business School to deliver a guest lecture based on his prize winning book 'Strategy From The Outside In'2012-06-07T17:29:00Z2012-06-07T17:17:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2012/june/george-day-guest-lecture.aspxTaylor Made SuccessKabir GangulyDan Taylor graduated in 2010 with a degree in Business Management and Communications. He spared us five minutes out of his busy day to let us know what he's up to now.2012-06-06T15:04:00Z2012-06-06T14:58:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2012/june/taylor-made-success.aspxFrom Consultancy to BankingDavid MorrisThe Birmingham MBA is a transformational experience. Recognised by the FT for career progression and value for money.2012-05-18T12:10:00Z2013-02-15T15:29:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/may/from-consultancy-to-banking.aspxMSc Marketing Communications student testimonialKabir GangulyLaura King describes her experience of studying a masters degree in Marketing Communications during her recent graduation.2012-05-16T16:51:00Z2012-05-16T15:20:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2012/may/msc-marketing-communications-student-testimonial.aspxPunishing the Foreigner: Implicit Discrimination in the Premier League based on Oppositional IdentityKabir GangulyThe authors analyse referees' decisions in the 2007-08 and 2008-09 English football's Premier League seasons using an extensive in-match dataset collected by OPTA Sportsdata.2012-05-15T16:36:00Z2012-05-18T12:19:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2012/may/punishing-the-foreigner.aspxStudent Testimonial - MSc MarketingKabir GangulySam Adams describes his experience of studying a masters degree in Marketing during his recent graduation.2012-04-25T15:18:00Z2012-04-25T15:06:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2012/april/student-testimonial-sam-adams.aspxSimon Evans VisitsKabir GangulySimon Evans visited Birmingham Business School to meet the MSc Marketing Suite Programme Director, Dr Sheena Leek and students who had received one of his scholarships.2012-04-25T10:34:00Z2012-04-25T10:46:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2012/april/simon-evans-visits.aspxYogesh Dewan, CEO of Hassium Asset Management, visits Birmingham Business SchoolKabir GangulyYogesh Dewan, CEO of Hassium Asset Management, was invited by BBS' Economics (EconSoc) and Investments Societies to speak with current and former students on his experiences working in the financial sector.2012-04-04T11:07:00Z2012-04-04T11:16:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2012/april/yogesh-dewan-visits.aspxHow can you, an MBA graduate, optimise your career?Kabir GangulyFollowing the success of the last AMBA Cluster Event in November, we are hosting another event joint with Aston Business School on Thursday 19th April in the University of Birmingham's Business School.2012-03-28T16:11:00Z2012-03-28T15:59:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/march/mba-graduate-optimise-your-career.aspxNew access to market intelligence e-resources for MBA alumniKabir GangulyThe Birmingham Business School (BBS) Alumni Relations team is delighted to inform you that we have now secured access to EBSCO Business Source exclusively for our MBA alumni as part of our ongoing commitment to your progression. This service gives you access to the full text of business magazines and journals, trade publications, country economic reports, industry reports, market research reports and company profiles.2012-03-28T14:06:00Z2012-04-05T15:13:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/march/new-access-to-market-intelligence-e-resources-for-mba-alumni.aspxDr James Chu - Global Banking Finance - Alumni Speakers SeriesKabir GangulyThe Birmingham Business School Alumni Relations team is very excited to launch our new podcast service which allows you to access the discussion and presentation slides from our visiting speakers, starting with Dr James Chu, Managing Director, Incapital Europe.2012-03-28T13:29:00Z2012-03-28T15:53:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/march/james-chu-distinguished-speakers-series.aspxBirmingham in top 10 UK universities for producing millionairesKabir GangulyThe University of Birmingham has been rated among the top 10 UK universities for producing millionaires.2012-02-22T11:30:00Z2012-02-22T11:40:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/february/top-10-uk-universities-millionaires.aspxThe myth of the failing female entrepreneurKabir GangulySusan Marlow discusses The Myth of the failing female entrepreneur in the Birmingham Brief. Professor Susan Marlow is Professor of Entrepreneurship at the University of Birmingham Business School2012-02-17T15:02:00Z2012-02-17T14:57:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2012/february/the-myth-of-the-failing-female-entrepreneur.aspxBirmingham MBA climbs Expansion rankingsKabir GangulyWe are delighted that we have climbed 11 places within the Expansion MBA 2012 Rankings.2012-02-07T09:35:00Z2012-02-07T09:30:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/february/birmingham-mba-climbs-expansion-rankings.aspxHighlighted alumni MBA profile - Victorio VardaroKabir GangulyVictorio Vardaro graduated from the Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme at the University of Birmingham (UoB) Business School in 2004; he is currently employed as a Senior Planning Manager for the Inland Revenue in Buenos Aires, Argentina. We recently caught up with Victorio to find out the impact the MBA is having on his life and career.2012-01-31T11:58:00Z2012-01-31T12:31:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/january/Highlighted-alumni-mba-profile-Victorio-Vardaro.aspxNow is a great time to be studying businessKabir GangulyA global recession, increased fees, and uncertainty in the jobs market, and yet "now is a great time to be studying business" - that's the message from Birmingham Business School Advisory Board Member Jane Lodge. The Birmingham alumnus, who was Deloitte's first female board member, has some timely advice for A level students making choices as she reflects on her own 35 year career and the way forward.2012-01-30T11:29:00Z2012-01-30T11:21:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/january/now-is-a-great-time-to-be-studying-business.aspxThe 2012 Global Financial Times MBA RankingsKabir GangulyThe 2012 Global Financial Times MBA Rankings have confirmed Birmingham Business School in the top 100 with a place of 86th and as one of the top UK and European MBA'S. The Birmingham MBA has maintained their UK and European position in the FT ranked 11th in the UK and 20th in Europe.2012-01-30T10:05:00Z2012-01-30T09:59:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/january/2012-financial-times-mba-rankings.aspxBusiness Management Year in Industry ProfileKabir GangulyInformation on Business Management Year in Industry Profile2012-01-27T10:41:00Z2012-01-27T10:21:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2012/business-management-year-in-industry-profile.aspxMBA ScholarshipsKabir GangulyThe Birmingham MBA team are happy to announce the introduction of a new series of scholarships supporting MBA students2012-01-26T16:04:00Z2012-01-26T16:00:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/january/scholarships.aspxPostgraduate Open Day - 07 February 2012Kabir GangulyOur next Postgraduate Open Day will be held on Tuesday 07 February 2012.The Postgraduate Open Day gives you the opportunity to talk to the experts and find out more about the wide portfolio of taught and research opportunities available to you at the University of Birmingham. Whatever stage you are at with your career, a visit to the Postgraduate Open Day will clarify your options and help you plan your next step.2011-12-19T12:57:00Z2012-02-06T11:39:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2011/december/postgraduate-open-day.aspxBritain's Public Finances: Past, Present and FutureKabir GangulyRobert Chote, Chairman of the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR), explored this fundamental question for understanding the nation's public finances, when he presented the Royal Economic Society's annual public lecture at the University of Birmingham on Wednesday 14 December.2011-12-19T11:28:00Z2011-12-19T11:34:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2011/britains-public-finances-past-present-future.aspxBirmingham Business School hosts AMBA Leadership, Learning and Networking eventKabir GangulyTogether with Association of MBAs as part of its MBA Links programme of networking and learning events, this event provided an invaluable opportunity for those interested in extending their MBA knowledge to learn about the latest developments in leadership theory and practice.2011-11-25T15:21:00Z2011-11-25T15:43:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/amba-leadership-learning-networking-event.aspxThe Story of O2 with Matthew Key, Chairman and CEOKabir GangulyThis was Matthew's first trip back to the University of Birmingham since graduating, and following a tour of the campus, he joined a group of five student competition winners for a 'Meet the Speaker' roundtable discussion. The group, which was made up of undergraduate and postgraduate Business School students, put questions to Matthew on his background, the iPhone deal, his leadership and management styles, and his career development.2011-11-22T16:11:00Z2011-12-01T15:47:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/the-story-of-o2.aspxThe Economist Ranks The Birmingham MBA Within Top 10 UK SchoolsKabir GangulyInformation on The Economist Ranks The Birmingham MBA Within Top 10 UK Schools2011-10-17T12:02:00Z2011-10-17T12:03:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/top-10-birmingham-mba.aspxHighlighted Alumni Profile - Emma PackhamKabir GangulyI hoped that the campus would provide a strong sense of community, which it most definitely did. I also hoped for a busy and exciting city, with places to get involved in the action or to relax. Birmingham offered all of these, and I loved it so much I'm still here!2011-07-28T14:43:00Z2011-07-28T10:54:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/events/midlands-mba-fair-2011/news/emma-packham-alumni.aspxManagement Alumni Community GrowsKabir GangulySince its inauguration in 2005, the Human Resource Management MSc programme at Birmingham Business School (BBS) has grown from strength to strength, incorporating a highly successful and diverse international student body and alumni.2011-07-28T14:43:00Z2011-07-28T10:54:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/events/midlands-mba-fair-2011/news/management-alumni-grows.aspxHighlighted Alumni Profile - Emma PackhamKabir GangulyI hoped that the campus would provide a strong sense of community, which it most definitely did. I also hoped for a busy and exciting city, with places to get involved in the action or to relax. Birmingham offered all of these, and I loved it so much I'm still here!2011-07-24T20:10:00Z2011-12-01T16:41:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/emma-packham-alumni.aspxManagement Alumni Community GrowsKabir GangulySince its inauguration in 2005, the Human Resource Management MSc programme at Birmingham Business School (BBS) has grown from strength to strength, incorporating a highly successful and diverse international student body and alumni.2011-07-24T20:10:00Z2011-12-01T16:45:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/management-alumni-grows.aspxThe Future's Bright with an MBA pay-as-you-goKabir GangulyIn these financially difficult times, we have some good news for those of you trying to persuade your employer to fund your MBA programme or those paying their own fees.2011-07-24T20:09:00Z2011-06-03T10:21:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/mba-pay-as-you-go.aspxHighlighted Alumni ProfileKabir GangulyAlumni Profile - David Linley - BSc Business Studies (Year in Industry)Employers are looking for graduates who have both academic abilities and practical experience in a real business environment. This degrees programme offers you the opportunity to gain an in depth knowledge of a range of business topics combined with a year in industry putting into practice what you have learned.2011-07-24T20:08:00Z2011-06-02T20:29:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2011/january/highlighted-alumni-david-linley.aspxBirmingham Business School Climbs The 2011 Global Financial Times MBA RankingsKabir GangulyWe are delighted to announce that the 2011 Global Financial Times MBA rankings has positioned Birmingham Business School's MBA at 68th in the world, 20th in Europe and 11th in the UK.2011-07-24T20:08:00Z2011-06-03T10:21:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/mba-ft-rankings.aspxAlumni Profile - Mark FairbrotherKabir GangulyBSc Money, Banking and Finance to Head of Finance at Aston Villa FCMark Fairbrother is a graduate of the University of Birmingham Business School. He received an honours degree in BSc Money, Banking and Finance in 2001 and has progressed to the position of Head of Finance at Aston Villa football club.2011-07-24T20:08:00Z2011-08-05T10:00:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/alumni-profile-mark-fairbrother.aspxHighlighted Alumni Profile - Chris MorganKabir GangulyHighlighted alumni profile - Chris Morgan.Degree and year of graduation - BSocSc Economics, 19972011-07-24T20:08:00Z2011-06-02T21:22:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/alumni-profile-chris-morgan.aspxSteve Kempster joins the Birmingham MBAKabir GangulyInformation on Steve Kempster joins the Birmingham MBA2011-01-12T00:00:00Z2011-06-03T10:21:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/new-mba-director.aspxEnterprising Birmingham Competition Announces finalistsTim YatesEnterprising Birmingham, The University of Birmingham's new Business Plan Competition2011-01-06T11:56:00Z2011-04-08T15:20:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/BusinessPlanCompetitionAnnouncefinalists.aspx